Artists: James Harry & Lauren Brevner – National Indigenous Peoples History Month
In recognition of National Indigenous Peoples History Month, Granville Island would like to acknowledge and celebrate the works of a few of the Indigenous Artists that have contributed to Granville Island`s artistic landscape, located on the traditional territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations. #NIHM2021 Artists: James Harry & Lauren […]
Granville Island installs “Seabins” to fight ocean plastic pollution
Granville Island is taking action to clean up the waterways of Vancouver. In 2017, 25,000 microplastics were counted in False Creek in a single reading. An estimated 30 billion microplastics are released into Vancouver’s waters each year by water treatment plants, polluting our surrounding watersheds. That’s why we’re partnering with Swim Drink Fish, and the […]
Honouring the 215 children at Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation
CMHC-Granville Island would like to acknowledge that we are located on the traditional territory of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations. Dear visitors, by now, you will have read about the abhorrent news of the buried remains of 215 children, some as young as three years old, that were found at […]
New restaurant to open on Granville Island
A new restaurant from Mexican-Canadian Chef and Entrepreneur Ernesto Gomez and his team of creative collaborators behind the beloved Chancho Tortilleria, Nuba and former Fayuca, will open on Granville Island this June. Occupying the former location of Edible Canada, Alimentaria Mexicana will offer an expansive, multifaceted concept featuring a licensed dine-in cantina and patio, take-out […]
Mother’s Day on Granville Island
When we think May, we think bees, sunshine, flowers, and of course, Mothers. A month that is full of new births in nature is the perfect month to celebrate all the mothers, and mother figures in our lives. Like a number of us, we will have to express our appreciation to our loved ones from […]
Bill Reid, the Granville Island years
Bill Reid (1920-1998) Bill Reid’s “The Spirit of Haida Gwaii: The Jade Canoe” was carved right here in Ocean Artworks on Granville Island between 1990 and 1993. It was later cast in bronze, finished with a jade green patina and installed in the Vancouver International Airport (YVR) in 1994. Mr. Reid, an acclaimed Haida master […]
Granville Island, a Destination without the Journey
With travel restricted, many of us are dreaming of a getaway to a destination of waterfront dining, ocean views, and unique shopping and experiences. Quite frankly, we just want to get out of the house! Well, all that, and more, is right here in Vancouver. From renting water crafts, kayaks and standup paddle boards, our […]
Vancouver’s first pet bakery is on Granville Island
The Pet Treatery opened Vancouver’s first pet bakery 1985 in the red caboose (an old train caboose, remnant from Granville Island’s industrial past) beside the Kid’s Market. The bakery creates artisanal, hand crafted treats for the animal community. Owner, Stuart, focuses on developing delicious recipes that combine much needed functionality with all natural, human-grade ingredients, […]
Controlling Seagulls on Granville Island – The Raptor program
The Seagulls on Granville Island have a well deserved reputation, and it’s not a good one. These sleek, well-fed, handsome creatures have a bounty of delicious shellfish and seafood available to them in the waters off Granville Island, but unfortunately they have become habituated to some of the yummy snacks our visitors dine on, and […]
Dine Out Vancouver 2021
Dine Out Vancouver is about community, collaboration, and sharing Vancouver’s culinary story with the world. Participating restaurants offer a special menu that showcase their unique flavours, and show off the culinary talent and fantastic dining experiences Vancouver has to offer. 7 restaurants on Granville Island are participating – click on the links below to find […]
Cooking for Lunar New Year, how to use these Asian ingredients
Often, while shopping in the Public Market, local chef and writer, Stephen Wong, is approached with questions about some of the Asian ingredients he’s shopping for such as kalamansi, kaffir lime, or shiso leaves. We asked him to share with you a little bit about these Asian ingredients you’ll find in the Public Market. BY […]
Be my Valentine, on Granville Island
Many of Granville Island’s restaurants and bars have created small, intimate valentine’s moments and bubbles to help you celebrate this special day, and Granville Island has created some special places for your memories. Before or after visiting the restaurants, bars and lounges, stop under the red heart installation (Feb 8-14 across from the public market), […]
Mondays in January
The Public Market will be closed Mondays in January for annual maintenance, repairs, and renovations, including January 11,18, and 25. We will be keeping regular hours from Tuesday to Sunday: 9am to 6pm, for all of your shopping needs. Be sure to stop by; we’d love to see you! All other businesses hours as usual. […]
The Magic is here, on Granville Island
Local Shops and Art Studios by Day. Dining and Twinkling Lights by Night.
